“As the Tassos reached for him, a last ironic thought drifted through Hendricks’ mind. He felt a little better, thinking about it. The bomb. Made by the Second Variety to destroy all other varieties. Made for that end alone. They were … Continue reading →

At the beginning of every month, Amazon editors select four new books from different genres. These books are made available in advance of their official release date. Prime members can choose one of them for free. I use this as … Continue reading →

He must be indeed a shifty lying fellow said she who could surpass you in all manner of craft even though you had a God for your antagonist. Daredevil that you are, full of guile, unwearying in deceit, can you … Continue reading →

Every week or so, I try to scout the featured page on the iTunes store for a new podcast. Though I am subscribed to several great podcasts, I like listening to new things as I am easily bored. Anyway, a couple … Continue reading →

So I’m currently reading The Odyssey and one of my favorite parts is when Odysseus recalls his adventures to the king of the Phaeacians because he’s such a good storyteller that the reader is almost enchanted. I read The Odyssey … Continue reading →

At daybreak we will arm and fight about the ship. Granted that Achilles has again come forward to defend them, let it be as he will, but it shall go hard with him. I shall not shun him, but will … Continue reading →

Khaíre! (That’s “hello” in Ancient Greek) Before I review The Iliad I thought I’d write up something about Greek mythology and the Greek literary tradition to set the premise for the epic. I personally love Greek mythology, I’ve read plenty … Continue reading →